Five family-friendly outings/activities

Five adventures that spark curiosity for all ages

In this guide, I’ll share five of our favourite family-friendly outings in and around Jönköping, each offering its own mix of fun, discovery and memorable moments. From treetop thrills and colourful candy making to peaceful orchards, city views and hands‑on science, there’s something here for every curious explorer in the family.

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Högt & Lågt

A forest adventure awaits at Axamo! The Högt & Lågt high-ropes course offers a thrilling journey through the treetops, with routes designed for different climbing abilities—and varying levels of nerve. Each course challenges your agility, perseverance, and strength, encouraging you to push beyond your comfort zone. The reward? An exhilarating zipline ride through the forest canopy, bringing you safely back down with a smile on your face.

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Polkagrisbakning

The charming summer town of Gränna proudly celebrates its famous polkagris tradition. Several local shops offer hands-on baking experiences where you can create your own unique flavour and colour combination. Almas Polkagris Bageri comes highly recommended, giving visitors the chance to roll up their sleeves and learn the magical art of polkagris making while discovering the history of this iconic sweet. Did you know that many bakeries produce over 2,000 polkagris sticks a day and offer up to 40 different flavours?

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Rudenstams

A visit to the apple farm Rudenstams is one of the most popular excursions from Jönköping—and it’s easy to see why. Set in a beautiful landscape overlooking Lake Vättern, the farm shop offers high-quality produce that is as delicious as it is beautifully presented. Take your time browsing food, home décor, and interior items before enjoying a leisurely lunch or fika in the café, with sweeping views across the orchards. The architect-designed building is striking, making Rudenstams a true local gem and a must-visit destination.

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Stadsparken

Jönköping’s Stadspark is perfect for a full day out and has been welcoming visitors for over 100 years. Designed for everyone to enjoy, the park offers a large children’s playground suitable for all ages, a charming open-air model village, and a variety of animals in enclosures. There is also a bird museum, scenic walking trails, picnic areas, a duck pond, and breathtaking views over the city and Lake Vättern. With a café and kiosk on site, Stadsparken has something to offer in every season.

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Upptech

A visit to Upptech promises an engaging and inspiring experience for curious minds of all ages. More than just a museum, Upptech is an interactive playground focused on science, technology, mechanics, and nature. The exhibition spaces are divided into themed rooms filled with hands-on challenges and activities designed to spark creativity and exploration. A dedicated fika area makes it easy to linger longer and fully enjoy everything this attraction has to offer.

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Rosie

Language specialist & travel guru

Interests: Art – wine – languages – hiking – outdoor swimming